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Seattle Mariners' Drew Steckenrider throws out Cleveland Indians' Eddie Rosario at first base during the fourth inning of a baseball game Friday, June 11, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Civale dominates for 9th win, Indians blank Mariners 7-0

By Tom Withers Jun. 11, 2021 10:17 PM EDT

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Emmanuel Clase, right, is congratulated by catcher Austin Hedges after the Indians defeated the Chicago White Sox 3-1 in the second baseball game of a doubleheader, Monday, May 31, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Ramírez homers, Indians beat Chisox to split 2nd DH in row

By Tom Withers May. 31, 2021 09:43 PM EDT

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Ross Stripling delivers against the Cleveland Indians during the first inning of the first baseball game of a doubleheader in Cleveland, Sunday, May 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Phil Long)
Wild Chatwood helps Indians beat Blue Jays 6-5 for DH split

By Steve Herrick May. 30, 2021 06:59 PM EDT

Minnesota Twins' Miguel Sano reacts after hitting a solo home run in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Indians, Saturday, May 22, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Hernandez's homer in 10th gives Indians 5-3 win over Twins

Brian Dulik May. 22, 2021 08:21 PM EDT

Cleveland Indians' Cesar Hernandez watches his ball after hitting a two-run home run in the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Tuesday, May 11, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Bieber extends own MLB strikeout record, Indians beat Cubs

By Tom Withers May. 11, 2021 09:14 PM EDT

Cleveland Indians' Jordan Luplow gets drenched by Eddie Rosario and his teammates after hitting a two-run home run off Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Alex Colome during the tenth inning of a baseball game in Cleveland, Monday, April 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Phil Long)
Indians top Twins 5-3 in 10 innings on Luplow's 2-run homer

By Brian Dulik Apr. 26, 2021 09:53 PM EDT

Today in History

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 12:00 AM EDT
Today in History Today is Thursday, April 22, the 112th day of 2021. There are 253 days left in the year. Today’s...

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (55) reacts after striking out Cleveland Indians' Amed Rosario to end the eighth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April, 14, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Almost perfect: Rodón settles for no-hitter after HBP in 9th

By Jay Cohen Apr. 15, 2021 12:57 AM EDT

Cleveland Indians' Franmil Reyes, right, congratulates Cleveland Indians' Jose Ramirez after Ramirez hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Wednesday, April 7, 2021, in Cleveland. The Indians won 4-2. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Ramírez homers twice, Bieber fans 12, Indians beat Royals

By Tom Withers Apr. 07, 2021 04:10 PM EDT

Kansas City Royals' Nicky Lopez reacts after getting Cleveland Indians' Jose Ramirez out at second base and Eddie Rosario out in the ninth inning of a baseball game for the double play, Monday, April 5, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Duffy dazzles, Merrifield's 3 RBIs lift Royals past Indians

By Tom Withers Apr. 05, 2021 07:22 PM EDT

Chicago White Sox manager Tony LaRussa (22) removes starting pitcher Lucas Giolito (27) from the baseball game as catcher Yasmani Grandal, left, and first baseman Jose Abreu (79) wait on the mound during the fifth inning of a spring training matchup against the San Francisco Giants on Monday, March 22, 2021, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
LEADING OFF: Crowds back on opening day, Cole starts season

By The Associated Press Apr. 01, 2021 01:11 AM EDT

Washington Nationals' Juan Soto flies out to center field during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets, Sunday, March 21, 2021, in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
LEADING OFF: Crowds back on opening day, Cole starts season

By The Associated Press Mar. 31, 2021 11:46 AM EDT

A statue of Harry Kalas wears a face mask during a tour on the COVID-19 protocols and enhanced safety guidelines that fans should be aware of when they return to Philadelphia Phillies baseball games at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Thursday, March 25, 2021. (Jose F. Moreno/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP)
MLB to relax virus protocols when 85% on field vaccinated

By Ronald Blum Mar. 29, 2021 03:32 PM EDT

Cleveland Indians' Daniel Johnson, left, gets a fist bump from teammate Austin Hedges (17) after his a spring training baseball game Tuesday, March 9, 2021, in Surprise, Ariz. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Indians option OF Johnson to minors despite strong camp

By Tom Withers Mar. 19, 2021 01:42 PM EDT

Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona wears a face covering as he drives around on a golf cart during a spring training baseball practice Monday, Feb. 22, 2021, in Goodyear, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
American League Central Preview Capsules

By The Associated Press Mar. 18, 2021 07:48 PM EDT

FILE - Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Shane Bieber throws the ball against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning of a baseball game in Chicago, in this Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020, file photo. The 25-year-old led the majors in wins, ERA and strikeouts, a rare pitching Triple Crown that earned the right-hander a Cy Young Award and stamped him as one of baseball's top pitchers. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)
Indians push on without Lindor, lean on Bieber, pitching

By Tom Withers Mar. 17, 2021 01:51 PM EDT

New York Mets' Francisco Lindor (12) reacts after hitting a two-run home run during the sixth inning of a spring training baseball game against the Houston Astros, Tuesday, March 16, 2021, in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Lindor, Mets talk about new deal; Rosario struggles in CF

Mar. 16, 2021 06:00 PM EDT

Cleveland Indians designated hitter Franmil Reyes follows through on a swing against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Wednesday, March 3, 2021, in Goodyear, Ariz. Indians star third baseman José Ramírez and slugger Franmil Reyes have rejoined the team after being banned for breaking COVID-19 protocols. The players tested negative for the virus Tuesday, March 9, 2021, and were back at the team's facility in Goodyear, Arizona.(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Ramírez, Reyes return to Indians after COVID-19 missteps

By Tom Withers Mar. 09, 2021 10:40 AM EST

Workers zip tie seats so they can't be used in an effort to encourage social distancing at Surprise Stadium Friday, Feb. 26, 2021, in Surprise, Ariz. The men were working to prepare the venue for Sunday's opening spring training baseball game between the Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
5-inning games, 2-out innings? Odd MLB spring look on deck

By Stephen Hawkins Feb. 26, 2021 07:17 PM EST

Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper walks to batting practice during spring training baseball practice in Clearwater, Fla., Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021. (Jose F. Moreno/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP)
Fungo golf for Giants pitchers; fans for MLB spring games

By Janie Mccauley And Stephen Hawkins Feb. 25, 2021 07:08 PM EST